- LeBron James has informed the Los Angeles Lakers of his decision to leave the team this summer, ending an eight-season tenure that included leading them to the 2020 NBA championship.
- The 41-year-old superstar plans to continue his NBA career for a record 24th season, despite his departure from Los Angeles.
- James is now entering free agency, with reports from earlier in the week linking him to a potential move to the Golden State Warriors to play alongside fellow star Steph Curry.
- ESPN insider Shams Charania first broke the news, reporting that James informed the Lakers well before the start of free agency out of courtesy and appreciation for their time together.
- As the NBA's all-time leader in points scored and games played, James's next destination will be one of the biggest storylines of the upcoming off-season.
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